Natalia is an ABC-certified prosthetist/orthotist and area business manager for Hanger Clinic in Corpus Christi.
As a manager with more than 5 years of experience in the field, Natalia specializes in cranial, scoliosis, prosthetics, orthotics, cerebral palsy, hypotonia, spina bifida, plagiocephaly, and toe walking in patients of all ages. She also has experience using a thermoelectric cooling device for cryotherapy and control of skin blood flow to treat patients.
She loves being able to help patients with their mobility and impact their lives in a positive way. She is inspired by the resilience of children as they work to be able to move, walk, and be independent. She finds it rewarding to be a part of this journey and watch her patients grow and develop.
A native of Bogota, Colombia, Natalia speaks both Spanish and English.
Outside of work, Natalia enjoys traveling and spending time with her husband and family.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Engineering , University of Texas at Austin, 2014
- Master of Science (Orthotics & Prosthetics), Baylor College of Medicine, 2016